Serving 176 students in grades 6-8, South Callaway Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Missouri state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Missouri state average of 31% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Callaway Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Missouri for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
South Callaway Middle School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Callaway Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,084 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Callaway Middle School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.50. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#667 out of 2084 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
n/a
8%
Black
n/a
15%
White
92%
69%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Callaway Middle School's ranking?
South Callaway Middle School is ranked #667 out of 2,084 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% MO state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend South Callaway Middle School?
176 students attend South Callaway Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of South Callaway Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Callaway Middle School?
South Callaway Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Missouri state average of 13:1.
What grades does South Callaway Middle School offer ?
South Callaway Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is South Callaway Middle School part of?
South Callaway Middle School is part of South Callaway County R-II School District.
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